The document discusses the creation of a unified marine spatial planning and management environment, highlighting the importance of data management, standardization, and geospatial analysis for effective marine spatial planning. It emphasizes the use of Enterprise GIS to publish data services and tools for application consumption, while providing examples of geospatial analyses related to marine life and oil spill risk assessments. Additionally, it outlines the role of strategic relationships, such as the ESRI Oceans Forum, in supporting these efforts.